Job description
Make a difference in the life of an adult with developmental disabilities!
Seeking a Job Coach to support developmentally disabled adults in the workforce. In this role you are responsible for providing hands on direct support training, guidance, and direction to program participants.
- Identify strengths, skills and interests of participants
- Develop employment opportunities to match the right person with the right job
- Assist with creating resumes and preparing for job interviews
- Accompany applicants to the interview
- Assist with learning the job duties and the work environment
- Provide ongoing assistance through periodic work site visits
- Assist with social interactions on the job
Applicants must be reliable, motivated, and conscientious. A valid driver’s license and willingness to travel is required. This position requires traveling through Westchester, Dutchess and Putnam counties.
Experience in a vocation or life skills setting helpful.
Paid vocational training through OPWDD will be provided.
Job Type: Part-time
Salary: $17.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Preferred)
Experience:
- Vocational Coaching: 1 year (Preferred)
License/Certification:
- Driver's License (Preferred)
Work Location: Multiple Locations
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $17.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
License/Certification:
- Driver's License (Required)
Work Location: In person